VIDEO: Speeding motorcycle on social media leads to dozens of charges for Ontario man

Videos on social media showing fast-moving motorbikes reaching speeds of more than 250 km/h have led police to lay some 50 charges against a man from Bolton.

The investigation started last month when Peel Regional Police say they discovered an online social media channel posting videos showing a motorcycle rider driving at what police call “excessive” speeds.

Police say that between June and September, a motorcycle rider posted multiple videos showing reckless driving and a bike reaching speeds of up to 258 km/h.

Some of the clips show the rider racing another motorcycle and weaving in between vehicles at high speeds in manoeuvres police called both “daring” and “alarming.”

Driver Who Filmed Himself Racing, Arrested and Charged

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— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) October 17, 2024

The videos led Peel police to partner with York Regional Police for a joint investigation dubbed Project Splitting Eagle, and helped officers with the Safer Roads Team identify the driver and vehicle involved.

A 40-year-old man from Bolton was arrested on Sept. 26 and charged with over 50 offences.

Peel police say Gregory Harrington, 40, of Bolton, has been charged with five counts each of dangerous operation and drive motor vehicle – perform stunt, four counts of speeding, and race a motor vehicle. Harrington has also been charged with an additional 36 offences by York Regional Police.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and appeared at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. His driver’s licence has been suspended and the 2014 Yamaha R6 motorcycle was impounded.

Anyone with information about this incident can contact Peel Regional Police by calling 905-453-3311. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.